Bois Bubert Island

Steuben, Maine 04680

Any paddler will be delighted by this route’s many classic New England sights, including wild, exposed cobble beaches; seabirds swarming steep cliffs; winding channels; an arch to paddle though; and a lighthouse.

Bois Bubert Island

Steuben, Maine 04680

Any paddler will be delighted by this route’s many classic New England sights, including wild, exposed cobble beaches; seabirds swarming steep cliffs; winding channels; an arch to paddle though; and a lighthouse.

Bois Bubert Island Professional Guide

Detailed Trail Description from our Guidebook

"Any paddler will be delighted by this route’s many classic New England sights, including wild, exposed cobble beaches; seabirds swarming steep cliffs; winding channels; an arch to paddle though; and a lighthouse."

Related Information

Trail Information

Steuben

Nearby City

7-8 nautical miles

Distance

11.31-foot range at Milbridge. Currents ﬂood to the north.

Tidal Information

Currents are strong in this area; avoid paddling against them or in opposing winds, which steepen the waves. The south end of Bois Bubert is directly exposed to the open ocean and whatever swells it may bring. The shallow areas south of the island and Little Bois Bubert stretch out for some distance, producing breaking waves. The crossing between Bois Bubert and Jordans Delight is similarly exposed and might be best paddled toward slack tide. Plan to be at Petit Manan Island around low tide for the most tidal advantage; slack tides should be the least dangerous time to be near the Petit Manan Bar.